Heritage House at Thivim
Property Id | 0288 |
Location | Thivim |
Type | Old Goan Houses |
Plot Area | 2,926m2 |
Builtup Area | 761m2 |
Special Features | Location, design, neighborhood and peaceful surroundings |
Price | On Request |
HOUSE LAYOUT: Gracious Portuguese style architecture. Entrance balcao, living, family room, 2 dining rooms, kitchen with store room, 7 bedrooms ensuite, staff quarters, swimming pool, jacuzzi, fully furnished with genuine period furniture.
OVERVIEW: Set in approximately three quarters of an acre of landscaped gardens in Assnora village, this beautiful colonial country house, built in the late 19th century, retains many of its original features including mother-of-pearl , wooden shutters, retractable candle stands built into the walls, and a high cathedral-ceiling. The front of the main house is connected to a beautiful garden, dotted with period statuary, and the entire estate is completely screened by the thick shrubbery.
Assonora village still retains its traditional character and languid pace of life, and is steeped in history with numerous churches and chapels dotting the area. The surrounding landscape is blanketed with mature coconut groves and fruit orchards.
AMENITIES: Swimming pool, landscaped garden and staff quarters.